The Milwaukee Bucks will host the Indiana Pacers to open the thrilling Game 3 of the Playoffs round 1 on April 25, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT. The Indiana Pacers lead the Bucks 2-0 in their Eastern Conference playoff series.
This season, Milwaukee's record against teams in the Eastern Conference is 31-21. With an average of 10 defensive rebounds every game, Antetokounmpo helps the Bucks rank second within the East with 35.1 rebounds per game.
The Pacers, meanwhile, have a 29–22 record when facing the East. Due to Mathurin's 4.5 average, Indiana is fifth throughout the league, averaging 17.5 fast break points every game, showing their proficiency in transition.
This season, the Bucks shoot an average of 48.6% from the field, which is just higher than the Pacers' usual field goal percentage of 47.4%. Conversely, Indiana shoots an average of 48.8%, which is higher than the 45.7% opponents usually achieve while facing Milwaukee's defense.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Date and tip-off time
The Milwaukee Bucks will take on the Indiana Pacers in an electrifying NBA game on April 25, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Date | April 25, 2025 |
Tip-off Time | 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT |
Venue | Fiserv Forum |
Location | Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
How to watch Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Indiana Pacers live on:
- TV channel: ESPN U
- Streaming service: Fubo, SlingTV
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Milwaukee Bucks team news
Giannis Antetokounmpo averages 30.4 points, 6.5 assists, and 11.9 rebounds per game.
Kevin Porter Jr. has averaged 13.9 points, 1.5 steals, and 4.4 assists per game over the past ten games.
Milwaukee Bucks injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury status |
|---|---|---|
PF, Tyler Smith | Ankle injury | Day-to-Day |
Indiana Pacers team news
Pascal Siakam is leading the Pacers with 20.2 points, 3.4 assists, and 6.9 rebounds per game.
Tyrese Haliburton has scored an average of 14.2 points in his last ten games.
Indiana Pacers injuries
Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
C, Isaiah Jackson | Calf injury | Out for season |
Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers head-to-head record
The Indiana Pacers seem to have the advantage going into this game compared to the Milwaukee Bucks based on the last five head-to-head meetings. With victories of 123-115 on April 23rd and a decisive 117-98 on April 19th, the Pacers have taken three game, including both of their postseason games thus far. Indiana defeated the Bucks 115-114 on March 12th and the Buks beat the Pacers 126-119 on March 16th and January 1st by scores of 120-122, respectively. Milwaukee will need a strong showing from Giannis Antetokounmpo and improved defensive action, while the Pacers have shown that they can dominate and close close games when their attack is in rhythm. Indiana has a good chance of extending the series lead if the current pattern continues.
Date | Results |
|---|---|
Apr 23, 2025 | Pacers 123-115 Bucks |
Apr 19, 2025 | Pacers 117-98 Bucks |
Mar 16, 2025 | Bucks 126-119 Pacers |
Mar 12, 2025 | Pacers 115-114 Bucks |
Jan 01, 2025 | Bucks 120-112 Pacers |